There are many muscles in the neck that control head and shoulder movements and in this article, I am looking at four of the main ones that commonly cause problems. This short video also shows the effects that poor posture, while sitting, can have on this area. (2) Facebook. On my Business Facebook page, I …
This group of thirteen genetic conditions affect the body’s connective tissues. Although grouped together under the same name (EDS), each condition is separate and distinct. They are caused by a gene mutation which may be inherited and cannot be cured. Day to day management of symptoms is often based on Exercise, Physiotherapy and Self-care. The …
Massage has been used for thousands of years, in many cultures, to reduce pain and ease tensions. Here are Five common conditions where some Soft Tissue Therapy can often help. Low back pain – Low Back Pain is often caused by lack of movement or a simple muscle strain. Massage can help to loosen stiff …
Chronic pain is usually defined as being pain that lasts for more than a few months. It commonly has no obvious cause and some patients struggle to find help from the usual medical sources. Sometimes there can be a diagnosed reason such as Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis, Diabetes or IBS, but not always. So why does it …
Many people would like to adopt a healthier lifestyle but may not be sure where to start. Here are 9 daily, healthy habits that we can all attempt to incorporate into our lives: 9000 steps per day – Getting more movement into your day is a great start. Steps can be counted with a simple …
Our hips and shoulders are often areas where we feel tense and achy, but they also have various other attributes in common and can affect each other: The shoulder and pelvic girdles form our Appendicular skeleton and attach our limbs to our trunk, Arms and Legs are attached using a Ball and socket joint which …
One of the main excuses we make for lack of self-care is that we don’t have the time. However, if we don’t make time to look after our physical and mental well-being then we get sick and waste more time that way. The trick is to find simple and easy strategies that you enjoy and …
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a condition of the nervous system. It causes an overwhelming and irresistible urge to move your legs and can also cause uncomfortable sensations in the feet, calves and thighs. These feelings are often worse in the evening or at night and RLS is associated with involuntary jerking of the legs …
Flip Flops may be your choice of footwear during hot, summer days but whilst they are great by the poolside, frequent use of these types of shoes can have a serious impact on your feet and leg health. Let me explain: Flip flops have little or no support in the sole. This means you are …
The Vagus Nerve is the longest nerve in your body. Vagus means “Wandering” and this nerve connects your brain to many organs throughout the body including the gut, heart and lungs. Studies have shown that it plays a key part in your Parasympathetic nervous system which is the sub-system that controls our relaxation, digestion and …
